A Powerful New Drug Is Creating a ‘Withdrawal Crisis’ in Philadelphia​

A Powerful New Drug Is Creating a ‘Withdrawal Crisis’ in Philadelphia​

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A Powerful New Drug Is Creating a ‘Withdrawal Crisis’ in Philadelphia​

December 16, 2025

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 Medetomidine, a veterinary sedative, mixed into fentanyl has sent thousands to hospitals, not only for overdose but for life-threatening withdrawal. It is spreading to other cities.  

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